Has anyone done research on the differences or pros and cons of the Eskimo Hc40 and the Eskimo P1 rocket?I was going to get an Hc40 but saw this fall that the p1 rocket has come out.I thought I heard that the P1 might have a lighter built gearcase to save on weight and that it also turns faster.I am more interested in durability that weight .

Posted on: 2019/2/12 11:14

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TonyVegetarian: that's an old Indian word meaning 'lousy hunter'--Andy RooneyThe first rule of duck and goose hunting is simple: if the birds can see you, then you are freezing your butt off for nothing.--Jim Zumbo

I have a Nils Master bit on a cordless drill for walking out.The Eskimo will mostly be used when I drive out so weight is not as much of an issue compared to durabilty.I thought I heard that t P1 gearcase was not as beefy to save on weight.The technical guy at Eskimo wasn't available to talk this morning. Either way, I will be getting one, for me it will be which one is the more heavier built / durable.so any input would be appreciated.

Posted on: 2019/2/14 12:51

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TonyVegetarian: that's an old Indian word meaning 'lousy hunter'--Andy RooneyThe first rule of duck and goose hunting is simple: if the birds can see you, then you are freezing your butt off for nothing.--Jim Zumbo

mine is either in the back of the pickup or in a sled, so the weight there isn't an issue. pulling it back up out of the hole with an 18" extension is not fun. 6 holes in the wheel house and I'm ready to be done. Reverse would be very handy.

Aside from that, I have had it for 3 years and am happy with the performance. It cuts nice, never short on power, fires right up.